exceptional dialogue/ build quality

none so far

Had to rewatch all my DVDs when I hooked this speaker up with Studio 20's for left and right. Excellent timbral match and I've never had any problems with relative loudness levels across the front. It's a little big though for my 27 inch set!

Voice quality, realistic sounds, matching to Studio 100's

A bit large and heavy

Due to its size, the wife made me place it on top of the entertainment system, not on the shelf just above the TV. This was OK, but on occasion, you would notice the voices and sound were a foot above the TV. Finally a few nights ago I got the center speaker on the shelf just above the TV by playing musical chairs with the wife's decorations.

Things sound great now. Voices are deep and full. No nasaly sounds or muffled voices. What is most impressive is how crisp and realistic sounds are. For instance with the introduction of "The Mask of Zorro", the ripping fabric sounds so real. Sound effects, guns etc. etc. sound so good.

The matching to the studio 100's is good. Watching movies you often times enjoy sounds moving across the screen without thinking about it.

A quality center is especially important with the Denon five channel stereo mode. This speaker pulls it off flawlessly. I couldn't say enough good things about this speaker, both music and sound effects are clean.

My system:
Denon AVR3300
Paradigm Reference Studio 100 v.2
Paradigm Reference Studio CC v.2
Paradigm Reference Studio ADP v.2
Paradigm Servo - 15
Sony 36XBR TV
Sony 530D DVD player
Misc. low cost Monster Cables

Natural vocals, lifelike reproduction of on-screen action. Well built. Can be bi-wired.

Size somewhat limits placement (angling).

I have this center channel to voice match my Studio 40s. On-screen action effects sound lifelike. Voices are clear and articulate. Sound effects pan effortlessly across the screen with no change in tone or timbre. There is no hint of chesty or nasal-like sound I’ve experienced with so many other center channels.

I’ve got mine bi-wired with DH Labs Silver Sonic T-14s to a SonyES STR-DA50ES receiver. Bi-wiring is the only way to go, and I’m surprised to not see many center channels with this option.

This center channel is the main reason I decided to use the Paradigm Reference Studio series. This is bar none the best center channel speaker I’ve ever heard. I can only re-enforce what so many others have said. You’ve got to get this speaker!!

Similar Products Used:

B&W CC6, Monitor Audio Silver Center 10, Boston Acoustics VR 12, Infinity SM Video, various other Infinity, JBL, Polk center channels.

integration with studio 60's

little on the large side but not a problem with my set-up

Purchased the Paradigm studio series based on reviews seen here. very satisfied with the performance of this center channel speaker. With the B&W I had to strain to hear whispers and softer sounds. Got tired of being asked what the actor had said. Not a problem with the Paradigm studio cc. Great on 5 channel music as well.
I would recomend using a decent amplifier and cables though because this speaker deserves them. Currently using the following combination:
Marantz ma500 amp, Nordost flatline speaker wire and RhinoCables.com interconnect. Highly recomended combination for home theater and music!

Similar Products Used:

B&W cc6

sound quality

non

after selecting the reference studio 60's, i went along with this center speaker, and it does the job briliantly!
dont go with cheap crap! take this thing home, you'll be happy.
itai.

Highs, midrange, lows, price!! Basically everything.

None that I can see so far.

I have only had this for around a month so far, but am very happy with my choice. I upgraded from a Polk LS350 speaker. I liked the Polk, but changed my front speakers, so needed this to match. I look forward to many years of happy listening. You can see my system in the "My System" portion of the Gallery on this site.

Similar Products Used:

Polk Audio LS350

Cleanly handles loud volume levels.As close to a full range tranducer as any centre channel speaker out there in the "reasonable" price range.

none comes to mind

As part of my planned upgrade program, I placed this Reference CC v2 in my system two weeks ago along with the "delicately detailed" Anthem AVM-20 pre-pro. The amplification is the Anthem MCA-5 at 200w/ch & the main stereo pair, Studio 100 v2. This centre channel is a perfect match, blending seamlessly. It has all the sonic & construction qualities of the 100's.

I have the pre-pro set to large for this speaker & it produces clear dialogue in the midst of explosions or other loud passages without strain. There is no hardening of the sound or blurring of the sonic image. I don't see how things can improve as this speaker & the pre-pro break-in, but I plan to spend a lot of enjoyable time listening.

My plan is to add DVD-A/SACD when the combi players are available at a reasonable price in the fall of 2002. With multi channel music a solid match in the tonal & dynamic qualities of all five channels is a must. With the addition of this speaker I am two thirds of the way there.

This centre channel speaker, as with all the Studio Reference line of speakers, is a great value. Highly recommended.

Similar Products Used:

Infinity video 1

Music & Home theater

Are you kidding

After straining to hear voices on my old polk audio, I decided not get cheap ever again on the center speaker. My wife decided she wanted to vist Seattle so I seen my chance to go to Vancouver and buy Paradigm studio 60's v2 real wood, studio CC center,PW-2200 sub and Mini monitors with premeir j-60 stands for $2200.00 total.Saved over a $800.00 and had a great time doing it! but the CC is one of the best centers I have ever heard reguardless of price.

Similar Products Used:

Polk Audio

Build quality, dual gold-plated binding posts for bi-wiring, clarity, and excellent match for Studio 20's.

Can size really be considered a weakness?

After upgrading my front speakers from the Paradigm Monitor Series to the Reference Series, I was not immediately impressed with the Studio 20's. Of course, after an extensive break in period, they sound absolutely incredible now. The Studio CC, on the other hand, was noticeably clearer than the CC-350 I had before. That's not to say that the CC-350 sounded bad, but in comparison, just did not have as much clarity to offer as the Studio CC. Before, I always listened to music from only 2 channels as most audiophiles would agree is the ONLY way to listen to music. However, with the Studio CC, I find myself wandering over to the club mode of my Pre-AmpProcessor and being quite please with how it sounded - especially with vocals. I still think 2 channel is the best way to hear music as it was meant to sound. However, the Studio CC definitely gives you the option to hear music in different modes without hardly any loss in sound quality.

My system:

Acurus ACT 3 Ver. 2
Acurus A100X2
Acurus A100X3
Paradigm Studio 20 (fronts)
Paradigm Studio CC
Paradigm Atoms (rears)
Definitive Technology PF15TL
Definitive Technology PF15TL+
Toshiba SD-5109 DVD Player w/ Progressive Scan
Adcom ACE-315 Line Conditioner

XLO Interconnects
Monster Interconnects
Tara Labs Digital Cable
Kimber 4TC Speaker Cables
Tara Labs Omni Speaker Cables

Similar Products Used:

Infinity Center Channel (had to start somewhere), B&W 600 Series Center Channel, Paradigm CC-350.

accuracy, blends perfectly with other paradigm reference speakers

none. none. none.

I think the best compliments one can give to a center channel speaker are 1) that the sound is natural and accurate without coloration of voices; and 2) the speaker effortlessly handles dynamics and shows no sign of strain or hiccuping.

This center certainly satisfies 1) and 2). You can drive it like crazy and it sounds great. Seamless transition from l to r to center.

There's nothing more to say. It's just that good. It's not going to fill the room with bass impact, but it won't suffer or strain from a hefty dose. Feel free to cross this one over nice and low.

Similar Products Used:

Infinity,Klipsch